What should be done regularly to ensure medication safety?

Reviewing expiry dates is essential for medication safety because medications can lose effectiveness or become harmful after their expiration date. Regularly checking expiry dates ensures that patients are receiving safe and effective treatments. When a medication is past its expiry date, it may not work as intended, and in some cases, it can lead to adverse reactions. This practice is key in preventing medication errors and ensuring that patients are using only those medications that are both safe and effective.

Maintaining an awareness of expiration dates helps caregivers and healthcare providers manage their medications responsibly, ensuring that any expired medications are properly disposed of and replaced. This ultimately aids in improving patient safety and health outcomes.